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Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
About Nobles County
Elevation across Nobles County averages about 1,665 feet. The county falls within the Central Iowa and Minnesota Till Prairies (MLRA 103) land resource region.
The growing season in Nobles County spans roughly 214 frost-free days. Rainfall averages 30.0 inches per year. January lows average around 6°F while July highs reach about 83°F.
The 2022 Census of Agriculture counted 938 farms in Nobles County, operating across 366,330 acres of farmland. The average farm spans 391 acres. Top commodities include hogs, corn, and cattle.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Dairy, Wheat |
Current Conditions
Drought status: Severe Drought (D2).
Source: U.S. Drought Monitor · Updated 2026-04-14
Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS (conservation programs like EQIP and CSP) and FSA (loans, disaster assistance, farm numbers). Here are the offices serving Nobles County.
USDA Service Center (NRCS + FSA)
1567 Mcmillan St, Worthington, MN 56187
Office info is from USDA’s published directory. Call ahead to confirm hours before visiting.
What to do when you call: Ask to schedule a meeting with a conservation planner (for EQIP/CSP) or a loan officer (for FSA programs). Mention the type of operation you run and what improvements you're considering.
Programs for Nobles County Operations
Based on Nobles County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation efforts target livestock waste management and water quality protection. Wind erosion control and soil health practices are emphasized on the open prairie landscape.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener. Two minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
Each county's NRCS Local Working Group sets the conservation practices that score highest for EQIP funding. Knowing your county's priorities before you apply can significantly improve your ranking.
How to find your county's priorities:
- Call your local NRCS office and ask: "What practices is the Local Working Group prioritizing this year?"
- Ask which EQIP ranking pool your operation fits (there may be separate pools for livestock, cropland, forestry, etc.)
- Check your state NRCS website for published ranking criteria
Adjacent Counties
Counties bordering Nobles County: Lyon County, Iowa, Osceola County, Iowa, Cottonwood County, Minnesota, Jackson County, Minnesota, Murray County, Minnesota, and Rock County, Minnesota. Each runs its own Local Working Group and may prioritize different conservation practices.
Your Next Steps in Nobles County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Minnesota guide: Minnesota Farm Programs Guide
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